Understanding Süratul-Fatihah: The First Four Verses Islamic Religious Studies Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Lesson Plan: Süratul-Fatihah (Chapter 1, Verses 1-4)

Subject: Islamic Religious Studies
Class: Primary 1
Term: First Term
Week: 4
Age: 6 years
Topic: Süratul-Fatihah
Sub-topic: Verses 1-4
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Read the first four verses of Süratul-Fatihah.
2. Differentiate Süratul-Fatihah from other Sürah.
3. Identify the uses of Süratul-Fatihah.

Key Words

• Süratul-Fatihah
• Verses
• Differentiation
• Uses

Set Induction

Begin with a short prayer and recite Süratul-Fatihah together.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils might have heard or recited Süratul-Fatihah during prayers.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Quran with Süratul-Fatihah marked
• Flashcards with the first four verses
• Internet resources: www.pinterest.com

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Discuss the importance of prayers and how Süratul-Fatihah is used in daily prayers.

Embedded Core Skills

• Reading
• Critical thinking
• Problem-solving
• Personal development
• Digital literacy

Instructional Materials

• Flashcards with verses
• Whiteboard and markers

Content

1. Introduction to Süratul-Fatihah:
   • Süratul-Fatihah is the first chapter of the Quran.
   • It consists of seven verses.
   • It is recited in every unit of the Muslim prayer (Salah).
2. Verses 1-4 of Süratul-Fatihah:
   • Verse 1: “Bismillahir-Rahmanir-Raheem” (In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful)
   • Verse 2: “Alhamdulillahi Rabbil ‘Alamin” (Praise be to Allah, the Lord of all the worlds)
   • Verse 3: “Ar-Rahmanir-Raheem” (The Most Gracious, the Most Merciful)
   • Verse 4: “Maliki Yawmid-Deen” (Master of the Day of Judgment)
3. Differentiating Süratul-Fatihah:
   • Süratul-Fatihah is unique because it is recited in every unit of Salah.
   • It is also known as “The Opening” chapter of the Quran.
4. Uses of Süratul-Fatihah:
   • Recited in daily prayers.
   • Used in personal supplications.
   • Known as a chapter of praise and guidance.

Presentation

Step 1: Revision of Previous Topic

• Briefly review the previous lesson on Arabic consonants.

Step 2: Introduction of New Topic

• Introduce the new topic: “Süratul-Fatihah (Verses 1-4)” using flashcards.

Step 3: Student Contributions and Corrections

• Encourage pupils to read the verses.
• Use group activities to differentiate Süratul-Fatihah from other chapters.
• Guide pupils in identifying the uses of Süratul-Fatihah.

Teacher’s Activities

• Recite verses 1-4 of Süratul-Fatihah.
• Show and explain each verse using flashcards.
• Facilitate group discussions to differentiate and identify uses.

Learners’ Activities

• Listen to the teacher and repeat verses.
• Participate in group activities to differentiate chapters.
• Engage in think-pair-share activities to explain the uses of Süratul-Fatihah.

Assessment

• Oral questions to assess reading ability.
• Group activities to assess differentiation.
• Think-pair-share to assess understanding of uses.

Evaluation Questions

1. Recite the first verse of Süratul-Fatihah.
2. What does “Bismillahir-Rahmanir-Raheem” mean?
3. Can you identify which chapter is known as “The Opening”?
4. How many verses are in Süratul-Fatihah?
5. What is the meaning of “Alhamdulillahi Rabbil ‘Alamin”?
6. Why is Süratul-Fatihah recited in every Salah?
7. What does “Ar-Rahmanir-Raheem” mean?
8. Explain the meaning of “Maliki Yawmid-Deen”.
9. How is Süratul-Fatihah different from other chapters?
10. Name one use of Süratul-Fatihah.

Conclusion

• The teacher goes around to check pupils’ recitation.
• Gives feedback and corrects mistakes.
• Ends with a recitation of Süratul-Fatihah together.

More Useful Links

• Who is Allah? Islamic Religious Studies Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1
• Learning the Arabic Alphabets: Alif to Sad Islamic Religious Studies Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2
• Mastering the Arabic Consonants: From Alif to Ya Islamic Religious Studies Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 3